Things to Do in Hiroshima: 10 Spots and 3–4 Day Itineraries
Ten spots in central Hiroshima and on Miyajima with official hours, fees and access, plus 3-day and 4-day routes. Hiroshima Castle's main keep has been closed since March 2026.
Itineraries
3 days
Day 1 · Peace Memorial Park
Peace Memorial ParkAtomic Bomb DomeHiroshima Peace Memorial MuseumHiroshima Orizuru Tower
Day 2 · Miyajima
Itsukushima ShrineItsukushima Shrine Treasure HallDaisho-in TempleMiyajima Ropeway (Mt. Misen)
Day 3 · Shukkeien and Hiroshima Castle
4 days
Day 1 · Atomic Bomb Dome and Orizuru Tower
Day 2 · Peace Memorial Park and museum
Day 3 · Miyajima
Itsukushima ShrineItsukushima Shrine Treasure HallDaisho-in TempleMiyajima Ropeway (Mt. Misen)
Day 4 · Shukkeien and Hiroshima Castle
Things to do 10
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
A museum on the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, inside Peace Memorial Park.
- Hours
- Mar–Jul and Sep–Nov 7:30–19:00; Aug 7:30–20:00 (until 21:00 on Aug 5–6); Dec–Feb 7:30–18:00. Closed Dec 30–31 and in mid-February
- Fee
- Adult ¥200
- Time needed
- about 1.5–2 hours
- Getting there
- About 25 minutes from Hiroshima Station by streetcar: Line 1 to Fukuro-machi, or Line 2/6 to Genbaku Domu Mae
Atomic Bomb Dome
A World Heritage Site preserved as it stood after the 1945 bombing. It is viewed from outside; the building cannot be entered.
- Time needed
- about 20 minutes
- Getting there
- Genbaku Domu Mae streetcar stop
Peace Memorial Park
A park around the hypocenter area that contains the museum, the Atomic Bomb Dome and memorials.
- Time needed
- about 1 hour
- Getting there
- Genbaku Domu Mae or Fukuro-machi streetcar stops
Hiroshima Orizuru Tower
A building next to the Atomic Bomb Dome with a rooftop observation deck.
- Fee
- Adult (18+) ¥2,200
- Time needed
- about 1 hour
- Getting there
- Under a minute on foot from the Genbaku Domu Mae streetcar stop
Hiroshima Castle
The main keep closed in March 2026 because of concrete and equipment deterioration; it can be viewed from outside. The restored Ninomaru buildings remain open.
- Hours
- Ninomaru: 9:00–17:30 (Apr–Sep), 9:00–16:30 (Oct–Mar). Closed Dec 8 and Dec 29–31
- Time needed
- about 40 minutes
Shukkeien Garden
A Japanese stroll garden around a pond.
- Hours
- Mar 16–Sep 15: 9:00–18:00; Sep 16–Mar 15: 9:00–17:00. Closed Dec 29–31
- Fee
- Adult ¥350
- Time needed
- about 1 hour
Itsukushima Shrine
A World Heritage shrine built over the sea on Miyajima island.
- Hours
- 6:30–18:00 (Mar 1–Oct 14); hours vary by season
- Fee
- Adult ¥300; shrine + Treasure Hall ¥500
- Time needed
- about 1 hour
- Getting there
- By ferry from Miyajimaguchi to Miyajima
Itsukushima Shrine Treasure Hall
A hall displaying objects dedicated to Itsukushima Shrine.
- Hours
- 8:00–17:00, all year
- Fee
- Combined ticket with the shrine: adult ¥500
- Time needed
- about 30 minutes
Miyajima Ropeway (Mt. Misen)
A ropeway from Momijidani up toward Mt. Misen.
- Hours
- Up 9:00–16:00, down 9:20–16:30
- Fee
- Adult (12+) round trip ¥2,000, one way ¥1,100
- Time needed
- about 2–3 hours including walking at the top
- Getting there
- Free shuttle bus to Momijidani Station runs about every 20 minutes from 9:50
Daisho-in Temple
A temple at the foot of Mt. Misen on Miyajima.
- Time needed
- about 40 minutes
Good to know
- Hiroshima Castle's main keep closed in March 2026. The exterior and the Ninomaru buildings can still be visited.
- The JR Miyajima Ferry costs ¥200 one way for adults and accepts the Japan Rail Pass and JR-WEST Rail Pass.
- On Miyajima, the last ropeway up leaves at 16:00 and the last down at 16:30.
- The Peace Memorial Museum is closed Dec 30–31 and in mid-February.
FAQ
Can I go inside Hiroshima Castle?
No. The main keep closed in March 2026. You can view the exterior and visit the restored Ninomaru buildings.
How do I get to the Peace Memorial Museum from Hiroshima Station?
Take streetcar Line 1 to Fukuro-machi, or Line 2 or 6 to Genbaku Domu Mae. It takes about 25 minutes including the walk.
Is the Miyajima ferry covered by the JR Pass?
Yes, the JR Miyajima Ferry accepts the Japan Rail Pass and JR-WEST Rail Pass.